The Fukuoka SoftBank Hawks defeated the Hanshin Tigers 3–2 in Game 5 of the Japan Series on October 30 at Koshien Stadium, winning the series 4–1 and claiming their first national title since 2020. Yuki Yanagita hit a two-run homer in the eighth inning to tie the game, and Isami Nomura’s solo shot in the 11th secured the win. It marked the Hawks’ 12th Japan Series championship, including their Nankai and Daiei eras. Manager Hiroki Kokubo praised his team’s unity despite injuries, while first baseman Hotaka Yamakawa earned MVP honors after homering in three straight games. Fans across Fukuoka celebrated late into the night. Source: SoftBank Hawks / KBC
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